Title: Measure vital signs.
Course: Surgical Technologist I (14056-I) > Section: Demonstrating Technical Knowledge

Measurement should include

- vital signs
  - blood pressure
  - pulse
  - respiration
  - temperature
  - oxygen saturation
- normal ranges for each vital sign for a variety of patient types (e.g., pediatric, geriatric).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are appropriate methods for measuring heart rate? Why is measuring heart rate important in the perioperative setting?
- Why does a blood pressure reading include two numbers? Why is measuring blood pressure important in the perioperative setting?
- What are appropriate methods of measuring respiratory rate? Why is measuring respiratory rate important in the perioperative setting?
- What are the appropriate methods of assessing body temperature? Why is measuring body temperature important in the perioperative setting?
- When should one report abnormal readings and to whom?